Zildjian Cymbals K Custom models are the modern jazz voice.
This is where the Zildjian Sound Lab goes into innovation overdrive. K Customs arm you with a collection of modern K voices like no other. In this range you’ll find sounds that set the standard for modern cymbal design. Whether it’s the warm shimmering tones of a Ride cymbal, or the complex sizzle of a pair of HiHats, these cymbals all create a uniquely beautiful sound. K Customs enable drummers to vary their K sounds to meet the demands of contemporary music.

Zildjian K Custom Dark Splash: Spectacularly clean clear and articulate. Zildjian's innovative over-hammering technique applied to very thin Splashes for the first time. Creats a uniquely dry Splash sound with more clarity, a quicker attack and faster decay. Perfect for all contemporary music demands.

Fast Modern + Shimmering
A Refined Classic Sound. It’s tough to top the unmistakable and reliable sound of A Zildjians for almost any playing situation, but the award-winning A Customs are an irresistible alternative. Developed with the assistance of drumming icon Vinnie Colaiuta, A Customs utilize radical rotary hammering techniques, thin to medium weights and a striking Brilliant finish for a crisp, sweet, sophisticated A Zildjian sound. Not too dark, not too bright–cymbals that are just right for modern music.

Bright Full-bodied + Natural
The Classic Zildjian Voice that Started it All. These are the cymbals that launched a million drum solos and shaped musical history – tried and true musical icons whose history spans centuries and infinite musical styles. A Zildjians are the world’s most popular and versatile cymbals, and for good reason. Splashes, Crashes, Rides, HiHats or Effects, they all explode with a spectrum of tonal colors and excel in any musical setting. They’re extremely sensitive to your particular touch and style, yet capable of producing as much volume as your music demands.

Zildjian A Series Splash Cymbal: Quick, short crash.Zildjian A Series Oriental Trash Splash Cymbal: These ultra-thin special Splash cymbals feature a unique square bell and produce an unusual and spectacularly fast, trash Splash sound. The unique sound and sizes of the Oriental Trash Splashes make them the perfect compliment to other Splash cymbals you might already have in your set-up. Zildjian A Series EFX Crash Cymbal: Darker version of the A Custom EFX. Produces a quick, dry, dark and trashy sound used for accenting and punctuating. Unique laser generated cut outs aid in the sudden explosiveness and quick decay. Traditional K finish and thin weight.

Bold Bright + Melodic
ZHT Ultimate Sheet Bronze Cymbals. 88% Copper, 12% Tin. Zildjian’s first-ever B12 alloy results in our most musical Sheet Bronze series yet. A higher tin content, ultra-modern crafting techniques, and extensive hammering have created a more musical sound than previously found in a Zildjian Sheet Bronze cymbal. ZHT is the only Zildjian Sheet Bronze series in a traditional finish and features popular Zildjian Cast Bronze models

Zildjian ZXT Trashformer Cymbal
A new type of effects cymbal with a distinctive colored tint and an equally trashy voice. Explosive on its own. Stack it on another cymbal for a signature trashy sound.

Mike Mangini assisted Zildjian in the birth of this trashy special effects cymbal that stands alone or sizzles piggybacked on another cymbal. Like Mike, it's like nothing you've ever seen before. It's sound is as outrageous as his personality. Well...almost.

Zildjian ZIL BEL EFX Cymbal
The small (6-inch) ZIL-BEL has a bright, singing musical tone which is ideal for special accents and effects. Large, deep bell shape. High pitch. Use individually or with the Large model to produce complimentary tones that contrast perfectly with each other. Mount regularly or inverted for special tones.

Power - Projection - Playability
Rock your World. Zildjian Z3 line of hard hitting cymbals are the ultimate mix of Power, Projection and Playability for your Rock. Power Made from the formable Zildjian 80% copper/20% tin cast bronze alloy, these cymbals explode thanks to oversized bells and large sizes. Projection Ear splitting presence comes from symmetrical hammering and advanced lathing methods for enhanced projection. Playability Optimum profiles and thicknesses provide a high level of flex that keeps the cymbal from feeling like you are hitting a manhole cover. Their brilliant finish provides all the eye candy you are looking for. Are you Ready? Z3 is.

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